Feed Room Operator

Job Description

FEED ROOM OPERATOR (TRANSMISSION):

NewsNation is a national cable news network currently reaching approximately 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).

NewsNation is currently searching for a Full-Time Staff Feed Room Operator based in our Chicago headquarters.

Responsibilities:

The Feed Room Operator will be responsible for management and operation of tuning and recording multiple newsgathering systems, including (but not limited to) incoming satellite, TVU, LiveU, LTN, multiple online video conferencing systems (Zoom, Skype, etc.)

Qualifications:
• 3-5 years' television newsgathering or satellite experience required
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment, be able to multitask. A problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to find work arounds is essential.
• Good communication skills and the ability to quickly multi-task is essential .
• Must be self-sufficient and have a ''press-on-regardless'' attitude. 
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere, BitCentral and ENPS systems a plus.
• Command of common business software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).
• All day parts may be a part of the schedule (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) with overtime as situations demand.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred. 

This is an IBEW position and union membership is required.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj0860-3-129-19-251-42 in your application.